Type of Production: Student short

Length of Production: Approx. 10 min

Production Company: Sheridan College - Advanced Television and Film

Producer: James Rowan

Director: Astha Tandan

Deadline for Submissions: Thursday, Feb 21st

Send pictures and resume via email to: ( jamesrowanfilms@gmail.com ) subject line: "Funkt Up: [Role for which you are auditioning ]"

Audition Info: Will be held at Harbourfront C.C, Toronto.

Audition Date: Friday Feb. 22, 2008

Shoot Date: March 14th - 19th 2008

Shooting Location: 1. Sheridan College, Oakville, Ontario 2. Downtown Toronto, TBA

Genre: Drama/Dark Comedy

Storyline:

A 27 year old VIP host at the Funkt Up Supper club, Ray, is on his way out. Now he has one chance to make it big, but when Ryan Seacrest cancels and a new celebrity steps in with different plans, Ray's last chance starts to fall apart.

Characters:

RAY- Mid to Late 20's / Caucasian. Charming and witty. VIP Host in a successful club. He is ambitious and wants to use his good looks and charm to break into the "real" entertainment industry.

FEMALE STAR CHARACTER- Late 20's. Practically born famous, has seen the good and the bad side of fame. Extremely talented and has gotten where she is on merit. Wise in the ways of the world. A little bit of a recluse. A mentor figure for Ray. Patient, unassuming and sympathetic.

FEMALE OWNER-Late 50's. Astute business woman, the sole reason for the success of the club. Very particular about her appearance, makes a conscious effort to look younger. Does not believe in compromising.

MALE OWNER- Late 50's. Knows his wife is boss and is smart enough to accept it and treat her accordingly.

HOSTESS- In her 20's. Beautiful and classy. Sarcastic and comes straight to the point. Meticulous and great at her job.